Frontal Mucocele Extended Orbita and Endoscopic Marsupialization Technique

Area of Science:

• Otolaryngology
• Neurosurgery
• Ophthalmology

Background:

• Mucoceles are benign, slow-growing, mucous-filled cystic lesions originating in the paranasal sinuses.
• These lesions can cause progressive bony wall distension and lead to compressive symptoms.

Observation:

• A patient presented with a history of progressive unilateral proptosis.
• Computed tomography revealed a large frontal sinus mucocele with ipsilateral orbital extension.

Findings:

• The patient underwent successful endoscopic marsupialization for the frontal sinus mucocele.
• The procedure was completed without any significant complications.

Implications:

• Endoscopic marsupialization is a viable and safe surgical option for treating frontal sinus mucoceles with orbital extension.
• This minimally invasive approach can effectively resolve compressive symptoms and prevent further complications.